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The Christmas Kid: And Other Brooklyn Stories Audiobook
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Pete Hamill's collected stories about Brooklyn present a New York almost lost but not forgotten. They read like messages from a vanished age, brimming with nostalgia: for the world after the war, the days of the Dodgers and Giants, and even, for some, the years of Prohibition and the Depression.
The Christmas Kid is vintage Hamill. Set in the borough where he was born and raised, it is a must-read for his many fans, for all who love New York, and for anyone who seeks to understand the world today through the lens of the world that once was.
"Hamill, a master raconteur, mines his own roots in this enchanting new anthology."-New York Times
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"What a wonderful read! As a southerner I was someone hesitant to read a book about Brooklyn stories! I am grateful that I overcame my geographical snobbiness and read about a northerner! As I was rewarded with wonderfully nostalgic stories that are well written, easy to get caught up in, and heartwarming to boot. I encourage you to curl up with a plate of cookies in front of the fire and enjoy an easy read."
— Paula (4 out of 5 stars)
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“An enchanting…anthology.”
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“Lost treasures from a time gone by, brimming with affection for old New York.”
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“With The Christmas Kid, Hamill cements his place as one of the greatest American writers who ever lived.”
— Bookreporter.com
The Christmas Kid Listener Reviews
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" Oh man can Pete Hamill right. He can evoke a sense of place and time as well as any author I've read. "
— Relyn, 2/20/2014 -
" Although I was really looking for a holiday book, and this certainly was not one, I absolutely loved this collection of short stories. I was transported into post war Brooklyn so easily by Heller, I actually felt like I had actually lived in this time and in this place. "
— Miki, 2/16/2014 -
" New York nostalgia...Pete Hamill at his best! Loved it! "
— Teri, 2/14/2014 -
" A nice collection of short stories centering around Christmas time in Brooklyn. As a former Brooklynian, I find myself in a fog of nostalgia as the author describes the old, post war streets and train stations. An absolutely perfect read for this time of year. "
— Katarzyna, 2/10/2014 -
" I like the way Pete Hamill writes. And I will read more of his work. But this one is so dark and without hope. I hope he has some joyous stories about New York. "
— Michael, 1/25/2014 -
" Loved it. It reminds me that I have to read every book Hamill wrote. "
— Ray, 1/24/2014 -
" Only read about half because I was enticed by the old school New York theme, but the stories were heavy handed and short so let this one go. "
— Deb, 1/3/2014 -
" The first of Hamill's that I've read. I think I would have preferred a book before I read the short storues. I liked them, but had a hard time enjoying them, if that makes any sense. "
— McLaren, 12/28/2013 -
" Great stories about life in the city and just old times as we remember them. "
— John, 11/27/2013 -
" Rather short short stories, but enjoyable nonetheless. Getting to know my new borough through some local authors. "
— Anna, 11/26/2013 -
" Love Pete Hamill. Love his stories. Love New York. 'Nuff said . . . "
— Bobbi, 10/29/2013 -
" It was dark and depressing (which I try to stay away from).. but for whatever reason I loved this book! "
— Kae, 8/2/2013 -
" Pete could write a grocery list and it would be beautiful! "
— Kiaran, 7/9/2013 -
" No, it's not a Christmas book & yay for that. Enjoyable stories, no, not all warm & fuzzy, but good characters. "
— Maureen, 6/21/2013 -
" Hamill grew up in my neighborhood-the South Slope. I've been here nearly 40 years so these stories seem particularly vivid, resonate, and true. Affecting memorable and meaning-rich. "
— Barbara, 4/6/2013 -
" Good quick read. I don't usually enjoy short stories but these were good. "
— Wendy, 2/15/2013 -
" If you like nostalgia, you will probably like these stories. "
— Liz, 1/28/2013 -
" I thought by the title it would be a more holiday oriented book. A collection of many short, short stories. I struggled to get through it. Kind of a downer book. "
— Michelle, 1/19/2013 -
" Thought the collection of short stories was going to be Christmas based due to the title of the book. I was pleasantly surprised to find thought provoking short stories instead. "
— Laurene, 12/23/2012 -
" I love Pete Hamill. I appreciate his NY stories so much & also as a Catholic, his view of his Jewish neighbors & neighborhood. "
— tsgarp77, 12/19/2012 -
" I liked some of the stories. Some of them I felt like they weren't finished. I guess I was supposed to make my own ending but I was like "what"? Although I have read some of Mr. Hamill"s novels and liked them a lot, this is not my favorite. "
— Patricia, 12/4/2012 -
" Some of the stories were stark and poignant, some were a little silly, but they all will be remembered for a good while. "
— Digit, 10/30/2012 -
" Pete Hamill never disappoints me. This collection of short stories (which I typically don't enjoy) exceeded my expectations. Brief bursts of life in Brooklyn introduce the reader to a whole host of characters - good, bad & ugly. "
— Kelly, 10/22/2012
About Pete Hamill
Pete Hamill is a novelist, journalist, editor, and screenwriter. He is the author of more than twenty books, including the bestselling novels Forever and Snow in August and the bestselling memoir A Drinking Life. He writes a column for the New York Daily News and lives in New York City.
About Henry Leyva
Henry Leyva, an Earphones Award-winning narrator, is a classically trained actor with extensive work in theater, television, film, and radio. He has appeared off Broadway and in regional theaters across the country in many plays, including Romeo and Juliet, Taming of the Shrew, and Street Car Named Desire. He has also performed in audio dramas for the Syfy Channel and National Public Radio